Hall Sues Oates Over Business Partnership Sale

Sale of Oates' share in Whole Oats Enterprises to Primary Wave paused pending arbitration, revealing a deep rift between the long-time musical partners.

Daryl Hall is suing John Oates over a dispute regarding the sale of Oates' share in their business partnership, Whole Oats Enterprises LLP, to Primary Wave IP Investment Management LLC.
The sale has been paused by a Nashville judge until an arbitrator weighs in, or until Feb. 17.
Hall accuses Oates of blindsiding and betraying him, alleging that Oates has become adversarial and aggressive in recent years.
Oates denies Hall's accusations, expressing disappointment and stating that he has been trying to enhance their business partnership.
The business agreement between Hall and Oates appears to include a 'right of first refusal' clause, potentially giving non-selling members greater control over proposed transfers.

The Christian Science Monitor